Dodge Magnum (2008 year). Instruction — part 26
Brake and Power Steering Hoses
When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance,
inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of
heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling
indicate deterioration of the rubber. Particular attention
should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest
to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are
present.
NOTE:
• Often, fluid such as oil, power steering fluid, and
brake fluid are used during assembly plant operations
to facilitate the assembly of hoses to couplings. There-
fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not
necessarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping
of hot fluid when systems are under pressure (during
vehicle operation), should be noted before a hose is
replaced based on leakage.
• Inspect the brake hoses whenever the brake system is
serviced and at every engine oil change. Inspect hy-
draulic brake hoses for surface cracking, scuffing, or
worn spots. If there is any evidence of cracking,
scuffing, or worn spots, the hose should be replaced
immediately! Eventual deterioration of the hose can
take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure.
WARNING!
Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.
You could have an accident. If you see any signs of
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake
hoses replaced immediately.
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Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” for the
correct fluid type.
WARNING!
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
• Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point, or is unidentified as to specification,
may result in sudden brake failure during hard
prolonged braking. You could have an accident.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
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CAUTION!
Do not allow petroleum-base fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Seal damage may result.
Automatic Transmission
Fluid Level Check
Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not
required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted.
If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have
your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
• Using a transmission fluid other than the manu-
facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio-
ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque
converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid
other than that recommended by the manufacturer
will result in more frequent fluid and filter
changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” for the correct fluid type.
• The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does
not require adjustment under normal operating
conditions. If a transmission fluid leak occurs,
visit your authorized dealer immediately. Severe
damage to the transmission may occur. Your au-
thorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the
fluid level accurately.
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Fluid and Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 of this
instruction for the recommended transmission fluid and
filter change intervals.
If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the
fluid and filter should be changed.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped
The all wheel drive system consists of a Transfer Case
and Front Differential. The exterior surface of these
components should be inspected for evidence of fluid
leaks. Confirmed leaks should be repaired as soon as
possible.
The transfer case fluid inspection plug is located in the
middle of the rear housing. To inspect the transfer case
fluid level, remove the inspection plug. The fluid level
should be even with the bottom of the hole. The transfer
case fill plug is located on the rear housing near the
output shaft.
The front differential fill plug is located on the outer
cover near the halfshaft attachment. To inspect the differ-
ential fluid level, remove the fill plug. The fluid level
should be even with or slightly below the bottom of the
hole.
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Fluid Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 of this
instruction for the recommended transfer case fluid change
intervals.
Front and Rear Wheel Bearings
Front and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed.
No regular maintenance is required for these compo-
nents.
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-
nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,
extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi-
tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and
underbody protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
• Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation.
• Stone and gravel impact.
• Insects, tree sap, and tar.
• Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
• Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
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Washing
• Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-
hicle in the shade using Mopar
t Car Wash or a mild
car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with
clear water.
• If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu-
lated on your vehicle, use Mopar
t Super Kleen Bug
and Tar Remover to remove.
• Use Mopart Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains
and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to
scratch the paint.
• Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint
finish.
CAUTION!
Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such
as steel wool or scouring powder, which will scratch
metal and painted surfaces.
Special Care
• If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
• It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels, and rear cargo area be kept
clear and open.
• If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
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• If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or
similar cause, which destroys the paint and protective
coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos-
sible. The cost of such repairs is considered the respon-
sibility of the owner.
• If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use Mopart touch up paint or equivalent on scratches
as soon as possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use Mopar
t
Wheel Cleaner (05066247AB) or equivalent or select a
nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring
pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Only
Mopar
t or equivalent is recommended. Do not use oven
cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’
protective finish.
Interior Care
Use Mopar
t Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean fabric
upholstery and Mopar
t Carpet Cleaner for carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, or Mopar
t Satin Select. Do not use harsh cleaners
or Armorall. Use Mopar
t Total Clean to clean vinyl
upholstery.
Mopar
t Total Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
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Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and Mopar
t Total Clean or equivalent. Care should be
taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any
liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean
your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi-
tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with Mopar
t Glass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
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quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments, which may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag or micro-fiber towel. A mild
soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol
content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean
with a clean damp rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use Mopar
t Total Clean, a mild
soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the
belts from the vehicle to wash them.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Cleaning the Center Console Cup Holders
Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent
with the cup holder in the center console.
NOTE:
The cup holder cannot be removed.
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FUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS)
Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center)
A power distribution center is located in the engine
compartment. This center contains fuses and relays.
Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
1
—
15 Amp
Blue
Washer Motor
2
—
25 Amp
Neutral
Powertrain Control
Module (PCM)
3
—
25 Amp
Neutral
Ignition Run/Start
4
—
25 Amp
Neutral
Alternator/EGR Sole-
noid
5
—
—
—
6
—
25 Amp
Neutral
Ignition Coils/Injectors/
Short Runner Valve
7
—
—
—
8
—
25 Amp
Neutral
Starter
9
—
—
—
Front Power Distribution Center
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Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
10
30 Amp
Pink
—
Windshield Wiper
11
30 Amp
Pink
—
Anti-lock Brakes System
(ABS) Valves - if
equipped
12
40 Amp
Green
—
Radiator Fan
13
50 Amp
Red
—
Anti-lock Brakes System
(ABS) Pump Motor - if
equipped
14
60 Amp
Yellow
—
Radiator Fan
15
50 Amp
Red
—
Radiator Fan
16
—
—
—
17
—
—
—
Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
18
—
—
—
19
—
—
—
20
—
—
—
21
—
—
—
22
—
—
—
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CAUTION!
• When installing the Power Distribution Center
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the Power Distribution
Center, and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center)
There is also a power distribution center located under a
hinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo area.
This center contains fuses and relays.
Opening The Access Panel
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Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
1
60 Amp
Yellow
—
Ignition Off Draw (IOD)
Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
2
40 Amp
Green
—
Integrated Power Mod-
ule (IPM)
3
—
—
—
4
40 Amp
Green
—
Integrated Power Mod-
ule (IPM)
5
30 Amp
Pink
—
Heated Seats - if
equipped
6
—
20 Amp
Yellow
Fuel Pump
7
—
—
—
8
—
15 Amp
Blue
Diagnostic Link Connec-
tor (DLC)/Wireless Con-
trol Module (WCM)/
Wireless Ignition Node
(WIN)
Rear Power Distribution Center
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Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
9
—
20 Amp
Yellow
Power Outlet
10
—
—
—
11 *
—
—
—
12 *
—
—
—
13 *
—
—
—
14
—
10 Amp
Red
AC Heater Control/
Cluster/Security Mod-
ule - if equipped
15
—
20 Amp
Yellow
Trailer Tow Brake Mod-
ule - if equipped
16
—
20 Amp
Yellow
Rear Power Outlet
17
—
20 Amp
Yellow
Cluster
Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
18
—
20 Amp
Yellow
Selectable Power Outlet
19
—
10 Amp
Red
Stop Lights
20
—
20 Amp
Yellow
Rear Wiper Motor
21
—
—
—
22
—
—
—
23
—
—
—
24
—
—
—
25
—
—
—
26
—
—
—
27
—
10 Amp
Red
Occupant Restraint Con-
troller (ORC)
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Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
28
—
10 Amp
Red
Ignition Run
29
—
5 Amp
Orange
Cluster/Electronic Sta-
bility Program (ESP) - if
equipped/Powertrain
Control Module (PCM)/
Stop Light Switch
30
—
10 Amp
Red
Door Modules/Power
Mirrors/Steering Con-
trol Module (SCM)
31
—
—
—
32
—
—
—
33
—
—
—
34
—
—
—
Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
35
—
5 Amp
Orange
Antenna Module - if
equipped/Power Mir-
rors
36
—
20 Amp
Yellow
Hands Free Phone - if
equipped/Video Moni-
tor - if equipped/Radio
37
—
15 Amp
Blue
Transmission
38
—
10 Amp
Red
Cargo Light/Satellite
Receiver (SDARS) Video
- if equipped/Vehicle
Information Module - if
equipped
39
—
10 Amp
Red
Heated Mirrors - if
equipped
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Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini
Fuse
Description
40
—
5 Amp
Orange
Auto Inside Rearview
Mirror - if equipped/
Heated Seats - if
equipped/Switch Bank
41
—
10 Amp
Red
AC Heater Control/
Headlights/Tire Pres-
sure Monitoring - if
equipped
42
30 Amp
Pink
—
Front Blower Motor
43
30 Amp
Pink
—
Rear Window Defroster
44
20 Amp
Blue
—
Amplifier - if equipped/
Sunroof - if equipped
*
Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses
(circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho-
rized dealer. The Cluster and the Driver Seat Switch (if
equipped) are fused by the 25 amp circuit breaker in
Cavity 11. The Passenger Seat Switch (if equipped) is
fused by the 25 amp circuit breaker in Cavity 12. The
Door Modules, the Driver Power Window Switch, and
the Passenger Power Window Switch are fused by the 25
amp circuit breaker in Cavity 13. If you experience
temporary or permanent loss of these systems, see your
authorized dealer for service.
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